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Multitool Reviews: Field & Stream Tests Four Multitools from Gerber, Leatherman, SOG, and Buck Knives
Multitool Reviews: Field & Stream Tests Four Multitools from Gerber, Leatherman, SOG, and Buck Knives
THE LOWDOWN Maintaining its reputation as an innovator in the category, Leatherman debuts removable wire-cutter blades (additional inserts sold separately) and its strongest pliers yet with the 300. At 9.6 ounces, this was the heftiest of the group.
With three first-place finishes, the Super Tool lived up to its name, scoring high on all counts. Everyone was a fan of the replaceable wire cutter, and the grip was considered one of the most comfortable. This was the “best buy” out of all the tools tested, said Koonce.
HITS “The crimper is extremely useful for making leaders.” —Buonanno
MISSES “The knife blades and saw need to be accessible without opening the pliers.”—Lauber
Photo by Dan Saelinger
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0% of0 votesThanks to a volume-control button, this buck call emits all the sublte sounds you need.
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0% of0 votesLoud, pitch-perfect grunts emerge from the rubberized body of this deer call.
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0% of0 votesThis wood-barrel calls gets the job done in a convenient package.
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Reviews (10)
Excellent tool. I have given this particular tool to my huting freinds and after many, many years I still use my original Basic Leatherman Tool. We both utilize them every day as the tools on it are very useful as electrician's tools too.
This tool is worth every penny of the $84.
I have 3 Waves now and a couple of other multi-tools from other companies. In my book Leatherman rules. I will probably get this one soon.
I'm a big Leatherman fan also - I've never had any problems with any of their tools - I have two Wave's and one Supertool.
I still like my SOG better. More power in the pliers.
I use the wave and the crunch. Surprising how often a vice grip can come in handy.
A good multi tool is like a good bird dog. Can't replace it.
this is a good multitool my dad and i both have one light and come with a convenient cace
I have a Wave and a Kick, bein' one o' those geek girls who have to tinker with everything. I also have a Gerber reaction plier multitool. I like that the Wave is all steel and that the knife blades are accessable from the tool when closed, and I use the file a lot! I like the diamond side, but wonder if blades are replaceable?
The Gerber has great steel and all tools lock but the lock is plastic and I'd rather have an all metal tool. Also the knife blade on the Gerber is only accessable when the tool is open and it is half serrated. I don't like half serrated blades much. the Wave gives you a choice of clip point or serrated blade.
One opinion, don't even waste a dollar on a cheap multitool, quality multitools are life savers, cheap pieces o'crayap will fold on yer fingers and hurt you.$5 multitools will always cost you a lot more than $5 in the long run. (I wanna try a SOG tool).
I have a Leatherman and it is sure handy to have with you when you need it.
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Excellent tool. I have given this particular tool to my huting freinds and after many, many years I still use my original Basic Leatherman Tool. We both utilize them every day as the tools on it are very useful as electrician's tools too.
This tool is worth every penny of the $84.
I have 3 Waves now and a couple of other multi-tools from other companies. In my book Leatherman rules. I will probably get this one soon.
A good multi tool is like a good bird dog. Can't replace it.
I have a Wave and a Kick, bein' one o' those geek girls who have to tinker with everything. I also have a Gerber reaction plier multitool. I like that the Wave is all steel and that the knife blades are accessable from the tool when closed, and I use the file a lot! I like the diamond side, but wonder if blades are replaceable?
The Gerber has great steel and all tools lock but the lock is plastic and I'd rather have an all metal tool. Also the knife blade on the Gerber is only accessable when the tool is open and it is half serrated. I don't like half serrated blades much. the Wave gives you a choice of clip point or serrated blade.
One opinion, don't even waste a dollar on a cheap multitool, quality multitools are life savers, cheap pieces o'crayap will fold on yer fingers and hurt you.$5 multitools will always cost you a lot more than $5 in the long run. (I wanna try a SOG tool).
I'm a big Leatherman fan also - I've never had any problems with any of their tools - I have two Wave's and one Supertool.
I still like my SOG better. More power in the pliers.
I use the wave and the crunch. Surprising how often a vice grip can come in handy.
this is a good multitool my dad and i both have one light and come with a convenient cace
I have a Leatherman and it is sure handy to have with you when you need it.
More people would like to see tester Butler's comments in their entirety.
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